The Company
Black Cat Civil is a fast growing, Australian Indigenous owned civil contractor specialising in remote and regional infrastructure projects throughout Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Celebrating 20 years of excellence, Black Cat Civil has grown into one of Australia’s leading civil construction partners now home to more than 250 skilled employees, a fleet of 700+ pieces of plant and equipment, and a proud track record of delivering 1,800+ successful projects across Queensland, the Northern Territory, Western Australia and beyond.
Our continued growth reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, reliability, and getting the job done right, every time.
The Opportunity
Black Cat Civil have opportunities for several experienced First Nations Identified Civil Plant Operators to join our projects teams in the QLD and NT regions on a 14 /7 roster. These roles will commence April 2026.
We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced candidates with these skills:
Desired skills & experience:
These opportunities have been identified as key Indigenous Roles and as such will be filled by Indigenous Australians. We are seeking civil experienced operators keen for long-term work for a growing contractor.
Previous experience working on infrastructure projects including roads and highways, mining, and quarries.
What we can offer:
Why Black Cat Civil?
Black Cat Civil is a tight knit, values driven team led by owners Jai and Brendan, where loyalty and performance are genuinely recognised. In 2025, 65% of our people advanced their skills through internal training and upskilling programs reinforcing our commitment to long term career development and growing our team from within.
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@blackcatcivil.com.au or click Apply.
Black Cat Civil has been operating in the civil, rail, mining and construction industries since 2006. Black Cat Civil is an indigenous owned company with operations throughout Queensland, the Northern Territory and New South Wales.
Originally founded as Black Cat Queensland by Jai Tomlinson and Brendan Flynn, the company has grown to become a leader in supplying plant hire and contract works to the civil, rail, mining and construction industries.
The company embraces new technologies throughout its Caterpillar fleet of earthmoving equipment We are well equipped and staffed to mobilise and complete any size and complexity of projects.
Black Cat Civil holds accreditation from the Federal Safety Commissioner and has safety, environment and quality ISO certification.
Black Cat Civil continues to grow its outstanding reputation in delivering safe, cost-effective and reliable project outcomes and has extensive experience in all aspects of bulk, detail and maintenance construction.
Black Cat Civils’ sustained growth and success has been based on developing close, long term relationships with clients, providing best value solutions and delivering ongoing support.
Our clients have trust and confidence in our abilities and are assured that the advice and commitment given to their business delivers quality results.
